Black Spiders
"Shikar Pe Hamesha"
Always Hunting
Role
Multi-role Fighter
Current Aircraft:
First squadron to operate JF-17 Thunder, symbolizing Pakistan's journey to self-reliance in fighter aircraft.
History
Formed in 1967 with F-6 fighters
Operated Mirage aircraft for many years
Selected as first JF-17 Thunder squadron
Received first JF-17 in February 2010
Achieved operational status quickly
Proved JF-17's combat capability
Notable Operations
1971 War - Strike missions
Soviet-Afghan War era - Border security
War on Terror - Precision strikes in FATA
Operation Swift Retort 2019 - JF-17's combat debut
Achievements
First JF-17 Thunder squadron
Pioneered JF-17 tactics and doctrine
Successfully employed JF-17 in combat
Shot down Indian aircraft with JF-17 (disputed)
Symbol of indigenous capability
Squadron Insignia
Black spider on web, representing patience, precision, and deadly strike